Ziplining in Baños from Quito: waterfalls and adventure

Waterfalls, cable cars, canopy lines and a 20-minute walk to the spray of Pailon del Diablo

A full-day adventure trip from Quito to Baños combines waterfall visits with hands-on activities: canopy lines, a glass bridge walk, and a cable car ride above Bride's Veil Waterfall. An experienced bilingual guide leads small groups through the Pastaza valley, a region between two national parks with spring-like weather year-round. Hotel pickup from Quito is included, and children from age 12 are welcome.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Baños and nearby waterfalls

• Visit Baños town and main street
• See Virgen Waterfall
• Visit several waterfalls nearby
• Try adventure activities like Canopy
• Walk on the glass bridge
• Take cable car to Manto de la Novia
• Walk to Pailon del Diablo waterfall
• Taste local fruits at fruit farms

The Experience

The day starts with a drive from Quito into the Pastaza valley, arriving in the town of Baños to walk the main street and see Virgen Waterfall before heading into the surrounding landscape. From there, the itinerary splits between waterfalls and the activities that sit among them: you'll try canopy lines and walk across a glass bridge suspended above the valley, then board a cable car that swings you out over Bride's Veil Waterfall so you can see it from above. The guide handles the technical setup and safety briefing for each activity, and groups stay small enough that you're not waiting in lines between stops.

The centerpiece is Pailon del Diablo, the region's most visited waterfall. A 20-minute walk brings you close enough to feel the spray — the source describes it as close enough for a shower. On the way back, the route passes fruit farms where you'll taste local produce, a detail that breaks up the day and gives a sense of what grows in the valley's year-round spring climate.

The cable car ride and entry to Pailon del Diablo are included in the price; bring a change of clothes or a quick-dry layer if you plan to get wet at the waterfall. The full day runs 12 hours from pickup to return, with experienced guides who speak both English and Spanish.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup from Quito.
• an experienced bilingual guide who leads all activities.
• comfortable transportation to and from Baños.
• cable car ride above Bride's Veil Waterfall.
• entry to Pailon del Diablo.
• canopy lines and glass bridge walk with safety briefing and equipment setup.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

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Is this one for you?Small groups mean you move at a steady pace without waiting between activities, which suits travelers who want to try multiple things in one day without feeling rushed. The 12-hour commitment and moderate fitness requirement fit people who are comfortable walking, climbing and spending time outdoors, but not looking for a hardcore technical challenge.

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Top questions

What is Pailon del Diablo waterfall like when you get there?

Pailon del Diablo is the most popular waterfall in the region. A 20-minute walk leads to it, and you end up close enough to the water that you can shower in the spray if you want to.

Do I need experience with canopy or adventure activities to do this trip?

No. The guide provides a safety briefing and handles the technical setup for canopy lines and the glass bridge walk. Children from age 12 are welcome, and the trip is designed for small groups with at least a moderate level of physical fitness.

What's included in the price?

The trip includes hotel pickup from Quito, an experienced bilingual guide, comfortable transportation, the cable car ride above Bride's Veil Waterfall, and entry to Pailon del Diablo. Lunch and tips are not included.

How long is the full day?

The trip runs 12 hours from hotel pickup to return, with time split between walking to waterfalls, trying the adventure activities, and exploring Baños town.

Is the Pastaza valley hot or cold?

The valley has spring-like weather year-round, so it stays mild and comfortable throughout the day. Bring layers in case of rain, and plan for wet clothes if you get close to the waterfalls.

What happens in Baños town?

You'll walk the main street of Baños to see local souvenirs, visit Virgen Waterfall, and later pass through fruit farms where the guide offers a tasting of local produce.